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What are the exact hire costs for the different event spaces at Lumiere Underwood?

The New White Loft costs £2,750+VAT for up to 8 hours (£160+VAT per extra hour), The Palm Room is £1,850+VAT for up to 8 hours (£160+VAT per extra hour), and La Galeria and Studio is £2,450+VAT per day (£160+VAT per extra hour). When booking both White Loft and Palm Room together, the cost is £3,750+VAT with extra hours at £320+VAT per hour.

What are the maximum capacities for each event space?

The New White Loft accommodates 120 theatre, 100 cabaret, or 150 standing. The Palm Room holds 100 standing, 70 theatre, or 70 cabaret. La Galeria and Studio can host up to 140 theatre or 120 cabaret style seating.

What refreshment packages are available and what do they cost?

Two unlimited refreshment options are available throughout the day: Option 1 includes unlimited tea, coffee, apple juice, and biscuits for £10.90+VAT per person. Option 2 adds soft drinks (Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, San Pellegrino) to the above for £14.90+VAT per person, with non-dairy alternatives available.

What are the catering costs for meals at the venue?

Breakfast starts from £8.90+VAT per person, lunch from £19.99+VAT per person, and individual boxes and bowls from £11+VAT per person. A 10% service charge is applied to all final catering bills.

What AV equipment is available and what are the rental costs?

85-inch Smart TV screens cost £275+VAT each, microphones are £45+VAT (handheld) or £90+VAT for multiple units, and stage pieces (1m x 2m) are £125+VAT each. The venue can provide PA systems and other AV equipment for additional charges upon request.

What is the minimum room size available and is it suitable for small meetings?

The smallest space is The Palm Room, which is geared towards 50 people minimum. The venue does not have small meeting rooms suitable for very small groups - when asked about a meeting for two people, they indicated they couldn't accommodate such small requirements.

Are there any restrictions on the types of events that can be held?

The venue is suitable for fashion shoots, product launches, creative brainstorming sessions, corporate events, presentations, and various business functions. However, they indicate that some venues cannot meet certain filming budgets, suggesting budget restrictions may apply to specific event types.

What is included in the standard 8-hour hire period?

The standard hire includes up to 8 hours of venue access, with extra hours charged at £160+VAT per hour for single rooms or £320+VAT per hour when booking multiple rooms. Some quotes mention evening before setup being included in the extra hours charge.

Where exactly is Lumiere Underwood located and how accessible is it?

Lumiere Underwood is located at 6-14 Underwood Street, London N1 7JQ, with different spaces on different floors (The Palm Room on 2nd floor, New White Loft on 3rd floor, La Galeria on lower ground floor). It's 8 minutes walk from Old Street station and the building is fully DDA compliant with modern reception, two passenger lifts, and wheelchair-friendly bathrooms.

Can external caterers be used or is catering restricted to in-house services?

The venue appears to have in-house catering with set menu options and pricing. References to 'Chef and waiting staff on site' and detailed catering menus suggest catering is primarily handled internally, though the materials don't explicitly state whether external caterers are prohibited.